Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (18) signals to the sidelines during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Chicago Bears. Manning was 4-of-7 with an interception in his first action with the Broncos.

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Tackle by committee

Green Bay Packers running back James Starks (44) is brought down by San Diego Chargers linebacker Donald Butler (56) and his teammates during the first half of an NFL preseason game in San Diego. Starks ran for 16 yards on five carries.

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Chatting with teammates

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, right, talks with teammates on the bench in the second quarter of the Patriots preseason game against the New Orleans Saints in Foxborough, Mass. Brady was 4-of-7 passing for 30 yards on the night.

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Moment of silence

Philadelphia Eagles coach Andy Reid, right, stands on the field as sign shows a photo of his son Garrett Reid, who died Sunday.

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First female official

Line judge Shannon Eastin takes the field during an NFL preseason football game between the San Diego Chargers and the Green Bay Packers. Eastin is a replacement official making her NFL debut. The regular officials are locked out by the league after their contract expired.

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Flying in the air

New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman (11) is hit by New Orleans Saints linebacker Jonathan Casillas (52) as they sail over Saints defensive back Marquis Johnson (49). Edelman led the Patriots with four receptions for 36 yards in the game.

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A little too far

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jarrett Boykin (11) can't pull in a pass as San Diego Chargers cornerback Gregory Gatson (31) watches during the second half. Green Bay has a lot of receiving depth on the roster, so Boykin has his work cut out for him trying to crack the squad.

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Where the elite meet

Two of the best at their position greet each other on the field when New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) points at New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) after the Patriots defeated the Saints 7-6 in an preseason game.